Developing the prototype and operational testing the Union library and information processes automation center in SB RAS

The paper presents the results of the development of automation system of library and information processes in SB RAS on the base of a Union center. As a result of this work, the functions of the system and the best ways to connect llibraries in research institutes with the Union center in SPSTL SB RAS. IRBIS-64 was chosen as the software mostly suitable for the system functions. Trial operation demonstrated the reality to create such a system. The problem and «thin places» in the technical implementation of the system and the technology for solving library and information tasks on the basis of the Union center were discovered and solved.

RUSMARC, Web-технологии, automated information-library system, IRBIS-64, authoritative file, electronic catalogue, database, RUSMARC, remote access, Web-technologies, TCP/IP server, protocol Z39.50, VPN-chanel